Prep: Jacob was a two-year starter for the Lancers of Lafayette... He garnered All-State honors after hitting .480 with five home runs... He was a Second Team All-Conference selection as a junior, along with Academic All-Conference honors... He was also an Honorable Mention All-State football player, lettering four years in football, and twice in basketball.. His parents are Eric and Donna Ripp... He plans to major in Pre-Med...